Hua Hin, Cha-am & Pranburi (II)
Hua Hin -- Rock Head to goOnce a sleepy fishing village, Hua Hin started to become better known in the 1920s when it was linked to Bangkok by rail. It developed into a popular retreat for the Royal family and, nowadays, the King himself resides at the summer palace there. (Due to its proximity to Bangkok and popularity with the Monarchy, many wealthier Bangkok Thais now have condominiums along this stretch of coast.)Hua Hin literally means "rock head," but don't let the name fool you! - a few smooth boulders are scattered along the beach but the seabed itself is all sand safe for swimming. The town is developed but still compact making it easy to walk around, and it has retained its casual beachside feel. You'll find all major amenities including accommodation to suit every budget, from cheapies in town to big name resort operations on the beach.Labels: Going tan on the beach, Reccomend all attractive places to go and things to eat and join, Thailand
Hua Hin, Cha-am & Pranburi
Tropical seas & beach resorts are closer than you thinkYou don't need to journey all the way to the south of Thailand to find perfect tropical beached and resort-style accommodation. A short distance from Bangkok, the beachside towns of Hua Hin, Cha-am and Pranburi on the northwest coast of the Gulf of Thailand make an ideal short escape from Bangkok or are equally suited as longer tropical holiday destinations.
Hau Hin is the biggest of the three towns and easily accessible at only three hours drive south of Bangkok. The town itself is laid back but by no means boring; good swimming beaches, water sports, golf courses, historical sites, national parks, and shopping are all available to keep your days filled. There's also some nigtlife but not quite as over the top as Pattaya, making Hua Hin suitable for families and travelers in general. And it's ideal for those who don't want to make the long (and expensive) journey to Phuket or Koh Samui.Cooler weather year round makes Hua Hin, Cha-am and Pranburi more pleasant than Bangkok. Now we're in the middle of summer and while the temperatures in Bangkok and the North are near boiling, the beaches here still average a pleasant 30 degrees Celsius during the daytime.Next will come with the places to visit in Hua Hin ... Labels: Going tan on the beach, Reccomend all attractive places to go and things to eat and join, Thailand
